Ghost hunting has long fascinated those who seek to explore the mysterious and unexplained. While many consider it a fringe activity, a growing community of individuals approaches ghost hunting with a scientific mindset, using tools and instruments to gather data and investigate paranormal phenomena.
Kestrel meters, originally designed for ...
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On hot days, most of us pay attention to the heat index—a familiar measure that combines air temperature and humidity to reflect how hot it feels. But when it comes to making decisions that affect safety, performance, or working conditions, the heat index isn't always enough. Enter Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT)—a more comprehensive and ...
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When it comes to tracking the weather, there are countless tools and technologies available, each playing a unique role in collecting and interpreting atmospheric data. Weather monitoring is no longer the exclusive domain of meteorologists; it’s a critical practice used in agriculture, aviation, firefighting, event planning, environmental science...
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Understanding Who’s Most at Risk—and Why Prevention Starts with Awareness
As climate trends shift and global temperatures rise, heat stress becomes a more prominent and dangerous workplace hazard across nearly every sector. While some industries—such as agriculture or construction — have long been aware of the risks tied to high ...
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Understanding the nuances between barometric pressure and station pressure is essential for anyone involved in meteorology, aviation, ballistics, or outdoor activities. While these terms are often used interchangeably in casual conversation, they represent two distinct atmospheric measurements that serve different purposes depending on the context...
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Density altitude is a critical yet often misunderstood concept in aviation, meteorology, and various outdoor activities. It refers to the altitude relative to standard atmospheric conditions at which the air density would be equal to the indicated air density at the place of observation. In simpler terms, it's the altitude at which the aircraft or ...
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Greenhouses offer a controlled environment for growing plants year-round, but maintaining the right temperature conditions is essential for plant health, productivity, and disease prevention. Even minor temperature fluctuations can significantly impact germination rates, nutrient absorption, and overall growth cycles.
By using an advanced ...
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Kestrel® Instruments proudly introduces the latest addition to its reliable line of environmental monitoring tools: the Kestrel DROP D1 with Probe Precision Temperature Data Logger.
Designed for precision, portability, and durability, this compact sensor is a game-changer for industries and individuals requiring accurate temperature ...
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In construction, maintaining material integrity is critical to the success of any project. One often-overlooked factor is Equilibrium Moisture Content (EMC). EMC refers to the moisture level at which a material neither gains nor loses water to the surrounding environment. Failing to account for EMC can lead to warped wood, cracked drywall, or even ...
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Kestrel Instruments is committed to equipping firefighters and researchers with the tools they need to monitor and respond to the complex dynamics of fire weather. That's why we're introducing the addition of Vapor Pressure Deficit (VPD) measurement to the Kestrel 5500FW Fire Weather Meter.
What is Vapor Pressure Deficit?
VPD is an essential ...
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Ghost hunting has long fascinated those who seek to explore the mysterious and unexplained. While many consider it a fringe activity, a growing community of individuals approaches ghost hunting with a scientific mindset, using tools and instruments to gather data and investigate paranormal phenomena.
Kestrel meters, originally designed for ...
Read more...
On hot days, most of us pay attention to the heat index—a familiar measure that combines air temperature and humidity to reflect how hot it feels. But when it comes to making decisions that affect safety, performance, or working conditions, the heat index isn't always enough. Enter Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT)—a more comprehensive and ...
Read more...
When it comes to tracking the weather, there are countless tools and technologies available, each playing a unique role in collecting and interpreting atmospheric data. Weather monitoring is no longer the exclusive domain of meteorologists; it’s a critical practice used in agriculture, aviation, firefighting, event planning, environmental science...
Read more...
Understanding Who’s Most at Risk—and Why Prevention Starts with Awareness
As climate trends shift and global temperatures rise, heat stress becomes a more prominent and dangerous workplace hazard across nearly every sector. While some industries—such as agriculture or construction — have long been aware of the risks tied to high ...
Read more...
Understanding the nuances between barometric pressure and station pressure is essential for anyone involved in meteorology, aviation, ballistics, or outdoor activities. While these terms are often used interchangeably in casual conversation, they represent two distinct atmospheric measurements that serve different purposes depending on the context...
Read more...
Density altitude is a critical yet often misunderstood concept in aviation, meteorology, and various outdoor activities. It refers to the altitude relative to standard atmospheric conditions at which the air density would be equal to the indicated air density at the place of observation. In simpler terms, it's the altitude at which the aircraft or ...
Read more...
Greenhouses offer a controlled environment for growing plants year-round, but maintaining the right temperature conditions is essential for plant health, productivity, and disease prevention. Even minor temperature fluctuations can significantly impact germination rates, nutrient absorption, and overall growth cycles.
By using an advanced ...
Read more...
Kestrel® Instruments proudly introduces the latest addition to its reliable line of environmental monitoring tools: the Kestrel DROP D1 with Probe Precision Temperature Data Logger.
Designed for precision, portability, and durability, this compact sensor is a game-changer for industries and individuals requiring accurate temperature ...
Read more...
In construction, maintaining material integrity is critical to the success of any project. One often-overlooked factor is Equilibrium Moisture Content (EMC). EMC refers to the moisture level at which a material neither gains nor loses water to the surrounding environment. Failing to account for EMC can lead to warped wood, cracked drywall, or even ...
Read more...
Kestrel Instruments is committed to equipping firefighters and researchers with the tools they need to monitor and respond to the complex dynamics of fire weather. That's why we're introducing the addition of Vapor Pressure Deficit (VPD) measurement to the Kestrel 5500FW Fire Weather Meter.
What is Vapor Pressure Deficit?
VPD is an essential ...
Read more...
